My two cents worth on taurus

I wanted a 22 revolver for some inexpensive range and backyard target shooting fun. I decided to go with Taurus in spite of the many negative experiences I read about. As an owner of sw revolvers and colt 1911 and a couple of cz's, I know what quality feels and looks like. I figured what the heck, maybe I would be lucky. From moment I opened the case the gun oozed cheapness. I released the cylinder and couldn't get it bac in. The ejector rod had not been tightened and slid part ways out so as not to fit back into slot. I got out some pliers and fixed that problem. I decided to check all screws and a plate screw was barely holding on until I tightened that. Finally after this maintenance on the brand new gun, I took it to the range and it shot like crap. Single action trigger pull was stiffer than double action pull on my sw's. I will sell this gun at first opportunity and never by a Taurus product again. I know thre are some out here who have had okay experiences with this mfg, but my advice.....don't take the chance you get one of the good ones. Save your money until you can buy better quality.

DJ 12, I believe you'r right on the Money. I to have never bought a Taurus gun before, till just recently, A complete POS, Shoot 2 or 3 times and the cylinder won't turn, shoot 3 or 4 more time's and the cylinder shows cracks through it. Never again! will I waste my money on another Taurus product................Like the old sayin goe's...........ya get what ya pay for....

I have mixed reviews. I bought a new Taurus .22 stainless. It did have a very heavy trigger pull but was accurate enough. The hammer spur was two short and deeply grooved to use in single action and for me too small of a grip. I sold it. On the other hand I bought a PT92 stainless which I could not like any better. Great looks and accurate. Put a Pachmayr Tactical Grip Sleeve on it and it is perfect for my long fingers. I don't expect to ever get rid of it.

Hi, I'm new to the forum, but just wanted to say I have 3 Taurus handguns and none of them has ever had any kind of problem, I have a Taurus Tracker 44 mag, a 38 special, and a PT-809 the 809 is the newest addition and I have shot over a 100 rds through it with no ftf or fte, it's a great gun that is very accurate, easy to clean and very, very dependable, it came wuth 2 17rd mags, 3 back straps, an easyloader, and a cleaning brush for $349.00 I absoludely love it and my other guns as well. Marvin1.

I have a TCP 380 and have never had a single problem with it. Because of the small size I don't shoot it a lot but I do use it on every trip to the range and have put several hundred rounds through it without a single issue. Did you even bother talking to factory service about your problems?

Re: My two cents worth on taurus

Not a fan of Taurus autos... worst trigger pull I've used and not as accurate as other firearms.

New gun users tend to like Taurus autos because they look nice and cost is much less than similar firearms. Once you try a gun with a smooth (no creep) trigger that breaks like glass you'll never go back.

just my 2 cents after being a former Taurus owner... revolvers are great though.

Not a fan of Taurus autos... worst trigger pull I've used and not as accurate as other firearms.

New gun users tend to like Taurus autos because they look nice and cost is much less than similar firearms. Once you try a gun with a smooth (no creep) trigger that breaks like glass you'll never go back.

just my 2 cents after being a former Taurus owner... revolvers are great though.

If you don't like Taurus--That's Fine-- but I'm not sure you've ever even shot one, the trigger on my Taurus 809 is one of the smoothest I've ever seen on any gun I've shot, and I've shot most of them, I just could'nt ask for a better trigger pull, maybe the pre years before Taurus bought out Beretta was different but right now they make somereally nice guns.

I have a TCP 380 and have never had a single problem with it. Because of the small size I don't shoot it a lot but I do use it on every trip to the range and have put several hundred rounds through it without a single issue. Did you even bother talking to factory service about your problems?

I already wasted $ and don't plan to waste my time too. Nothing will sway me in favor of this mfg. but I know many seem to be good with their products so it appears to be a roll of dice. What makes a FOrd guy versus a Chevy guy? There is room for everyone in this world so great for those with a good Taurus experience. But anyone sthinking of buying one should be prepared to be disappointed because it appears a bad outcome is more likely with this mfg than any other gun maker out there.